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We produce articles, interviews, playlists and podcasts covering Manchester Hip Hop, Soul, Drum&Bass and other fresh sounds from the city. Still MCR began as a blog page in 2012 and has supported and contributed to documenting Manchester Music, in one way or another, over the last decade.
Still MCR Blog
3M ago
10 Manchester Music Documentaries
Check out these 10 Manchester Music Documentaries to watch on Youtube. These documentaries and video clips offer a unique look into Manchester’s rich musical history and culture – from the punk scene to jungle and rave music.
Uncover the roots and take an exciting musical journey through the city’s distinct sound and explore how Manchester music and its people and places have made an impact throughout time.
The story behind Manchester's legendary Reno nightclub
In 1962, a Nigerian man named Phil Magbotiwan opened a brand new nightclub in Mos ..read more
Still MCR Blog
4M ago
THE MANCHESTER SOUND - SLAY
From being at the forefront of the Manchester Grime glory days to establishing himself as one of the most in-demand D&B MCs in the game, Slay has been intrinsic to The Manchester Sound.
His recent Hospital Records release Ultrasounds Vol.2: SLAY showcases his talent on the microphone when it comes to skating over D&B hi-hats or finding pockets between the bassline and heavy kicks. Last to feature on the release is Badman MC with Manchester Producer Chimpo, which essentially shows SLAY outline his journey through music better than I could ..read more
Still MCR Blog
4M ago
WILL UK DRILL DIE LIKE DISCO?
UK Drill & Disco don’t seem to have much in common at first glance, but will UK Drill ‘die’ like Disco in the 1980s?
After the murder of American rapper PnB Rock, Hip Hop legend and pioneer DMC released a powerful message on the position of Hip Hop and the culture. On Double Down News, DMC spoke of the untimely deaths of rappers over the decades but also the young people who have been shot and killed, yet not remembered and idolised by the majority. DMC makes it clear his issue is beyond the individual, and his enemy is the mindset that causes the violence ..read more